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Apr 11, 2019

Explore Houston at Night: 4 Fun Things to DoTexas is well known for its bigger is better philosophy, and this state doesn’t skimp when it comes to nightlife. From world-class dance clubs to incredible live performances, Houston has it all. We’ve put together this list of four ways to explore Houston at night.

Mingle With Spirits

Combine a visit of haunted Houston with a pub crawl and get the best of both spirit worlds. Nightly Spirits is one of the best ghost tour companies in the city. Discover why Houston is the Texas hub for paranormal exploration and research with this authentic, year-round tour.

Guests 21 and over will learn the creepy history of Houston and hear some of its most famous haunted bar stories. Reserve your spot today and start your tour at Charbar at 305 Travis Street. Sip your favorite cocktail and get to know the spirits that may be sitting on the bar stool right next to you. This 2.5-hour journey stops at four haunted pubs and costs just $25 per person.

Catch a Live Performance

Houston’s Alley Theatre is a hot spot for thrilling live performances. Located at 615 Texas Street., this state-of-the-art venue is home to the oldest professional theater company in Texas and offers a season of up to 16 shows.

Catch the Pulitzer Prize award-winning production of Beth Henley’s “Crimes of the Heart” on May 4 at 8 p.m. Follow Mississippi’s Magrath sisters as they embark on a warm-hearted journey to face the present, forgive the past, and embrace the future. Tickets are $26 for this wonderful event.

Experience Texas Honky-Tonk

One of the best ways to celebrate a night on the town is with an evening of good old-fashioned boot-scootin’ honky-tonk. You’re going to want to find a rustic venue that touts a large dance floor where you can cut loose to top national and local country music acts.

Whether your scene features two-stepping at the cowboy-themed Neon Boots Dance Hall at 11410 Hempstead Road or the Firehouse Saloon at 5930 Southwest Fwy strikes your fancy, Houston delivers a variety of venues to kick up your heels. Order up a long neck bottle of your favorite brew and grab your dance partner.

Grab a Cocktail or Two

Houston’s downtown club scene is undergoing a resurgence. It now features a number of bars along Main Street that are packed with party-goers. These flashy, big-budget nightclubs are serving some of the city’s finest craft cocktails while DJs spin the latest heart-pumping dance music that’s sure to get your toes tapping.

Make your first stop at Okras on 924 Congress Avenue. This unique establishment donates a portion of their proceeds to charity. Head to The Nightingale Room at 308 Main Street on Thursday nights for the area’s best local musicians. If you’re in the mood for a more romantic evening, try La Carafe on 813 Congress Avenue.

Never spend another dull moment in Houston with these four fun things to do. Get out there and explore the city tonight.

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